---
title: "Call off from SUPC Books, eBooks and associated framework"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a8de5b3b-c52a-4da0-a091-eac15d59628d"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "COVENTRY UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-03-03"
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# Call off from SUPC Books, eBooks and associated framework

Buyer: COVENTRY UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a8de5b3b-c52a-4da0-a091-eac15d59628d

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## Summary

This procurement process, led by Coventry University, has focused on the award stage for the call-off from the SUPC Books, eBooks, and associated framework, specifically addressing Lots 1, 4, and 5. The contract has been awarded to EBSCO International Inc, a large-scale supplier, with the award notice published on 3rd March 2026. The contract, valued at GBP 2,000,000, is classified under the CPV category for library books within the goods industry category. The procurement covers delivery within the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom, and the contract period spans from 1st February 2026 to 31st January 2028.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for businesses involved in supplying educational materials such as books and eBooks. Suitable competitors for this procurement would likely include SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) focusing on book publications and digital educational content, though the awarded supplier is large. The contract offers potential growth by providing access to academic institutions and potentially opening doors for further contracts in related sectors. This procurement method, categorised as 'Other', suggests a unique market position for suppliers meeting Coventry University's specific service requirements.

## Notice

Call off from SUPC Books, eBooks and associated services against Lot 1, 4 and 5. The supplier is the top ranked supplier on this framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac49615c-02a1-41bb-b505-2a1d474a5432 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COVENTRY UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV1 5FB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | St Michael's |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EBSCO INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22113000 - Library books

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2026 at 15:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac49615c-02a1-41bb-b505-2a1d474a5432

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac49615c-02a1-41bb-b505-2a1d474a5432
  3rd March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=1017261314
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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